
Activists call for X, Grok to removed from app stores
Women’s groups, tech watchdogs and progressive activists are calling on Google and Apple to remove the apps.
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Women’s groups, tech watchdogs and progressive activists are calling on Google and Apple to remove the apps.

Investment is pouring into renewable energy, but grid expansion will determine whether momentum can be sustained.

Global home appliance leader Haier confirms the official launch of its appliance and product range in South Africa, to deliver a premium range of smart, energy-efficient home appliances to local households. As electricity costs continue to increase, with the threat of load shedding ever present, and water scarcity rising as a serious concern, Haier offers […]

Mr Price Foundation is calling on young women interested in entrepreneurship in the coffee industry to apply for an exciting business opportunity through its Foundation Coffee Incubator initiative. The programme offers selected candidates the chance to manage and operate café kiosks within Mr Price Home stores, gaining practical business experience, entrepreneurial skills, and real-world...

CambriLearn argues the matric pass rate hides a deeper crisis in learner retention and real educational outcomes.

Ugandan authorities have cut internet access and limited mobile services ahead of crucial elections.

This week is seeing varied performance across meme coins, with some stabilizing while others enter bearish territory. The Pepe price today hovers around $0.0000060, suggesting near-term bullish momentum, though long-term selling pressure remains. Meanwhile, the Shiba Inu price has experienced a sharp pullback, wiping out much of its recent on-chain profitability. Fewer profitable holders and […]

Safety researchers warn touchscreen-heavy dashboards increase distraction, reaction times and crash risk for drivers globally.

Speculation about BTC adoption is back in the headlines as precious metals surge, and the market remains highly volatile. According to Jan3 founder Samson Mow, high-profile corporate buyers like Elon Musk could enter the market in late 2026. But many investors are no longer waiting for that narrative to play out. Instead, whales have been […]

Society should only eject fellows for fraud or other defects in their research, says Paul Nurse
The president of the Royal Society has reignited a row over Elon Musk’s association with the body by arguing that fellows should only be ejected for fraud or other defects in their research.
In an interview with the Guardian, Paul Nurse defended the academy’s decision not to take action against...

Taiwanese prosecutors have issued an arrest warrant for the CEO of Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus.

The rapid growth of cryptocurrency markets has heightened public interest in how digital financial activity is reviewed, analyzed, and understood. As crypto trading platforms process increasing volumes of transactions across decentralized networks, questions around transparency, accountability, and investigative clarity have become more prominent. This public awareness update is issued to...

Get ready for a revolutionary new approach that’s set to disrupt the advertising landscape. AI Radio Bot is proud to unveil a groundbreaking platform that harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to transform the way businesses connect with their target audience. This innovative solution leverages AI-driven audio broadcasting to breathe new life into existing content, […]
Under a near-total communications blackout, users of Elon Musk’s satellite service have gotten online without paying, an organization that works on web access said.

A Monzo spokesperson said it had activated a back-up banking service after identifying issues affecting its app.

AI has changed our personal lives, answering any question, unleashing our creativity, and delivering tailored insights with a simple prompt. But in the workplace, AI hasn’t yet been so transformative — bogged down by unintuitive interfaces, fragmented across multiple teams and tools, beset by hallucinations and inconsistency, and lacking the context that the workplace demands. […]

Crypto sports betting in 2025 continues to grow as digital currencies reshape how people place wagers on their favorite games. The mix of blockchain technology and sports betting creates faster transactions, stronger privacy, and new ways to manage risk. This article explains how to use smart strategies to stay ahead and make better decisions in […]

Exclusive: Some scientists say many detections are most likely error, with one high-profile study called a ‘joke’
High-profile studies reporting the presence of microplastics throughout the human body have been thrown into doubt by scientists who say the discoveries are probably the result of contamination and false positives. One chemist called the concerns “a bombshell”.
Studies claiming to...
The tech giant is responding to concerns that data centers are driving up electricity costs in some communities.

AI data centres are starving the rest of the market of RAM and other components, pushing up the price of PCs, servers and everyday electronics.

Analysts say the deal is likely to be welcomed by consumers – but reflects Apple’s failure to develop its own AI tools.